The Invitation – “Come” Revelation 22:12-17

The Invitation Reflects an understanding of Christ’s return. Revelation 22:12 Jesus Will Return. Acts 1:9-11; 2 Thessalonians 1:9-10 Revelation 22:12 - Quickly – “Without delay” (Thayer). Jesus Will Return To Judge All Men. Revelation 22:12 1. Every one according to his works. 2 Corinthians 5:10 2. Impartially. Romans 2:6-11 In view of future judgment, we must offer and respond to the gospel invitation!

The Invitation Is Based On Jesus and Who He Is. Revelation 22:13, 16 Jesus Is Eternal God. Revelation 22:13 1. Alpha and Omega - Revelation 1:8 the Almighty. first in rank, protos, and last, the only one. 2. The Beginning and End - arche - cause, chief cause, origin of all things Creator and Consummator of all things. John 1:1-3; Colossians 1:16-18

The Invitation Is Based On Jesus and Who He Is. Revelation 22:13, 16 Messiah, Savior. Revelation 22:16 1. Root and offspring of Jesse. Isaiah 11:1-2; Romans 1:3 2. The bright and morning star. Luke 1:76-79 3. He is the Way. John 14:6 4. He holds the key of death and Hades. Revelation 1:18 In view of who Jesus is, we must offer and respond to the gospel invitation!

The Invitation The Gospel Invitation Exhorts Man To Be Obedient. Revelation 22:14 Those Who Obey Are Blessed! 1. Obedient have a right to the tree of life. Revelation 22:1-5; cf. Revelation 2:7, 5 2. Obedient are cleansed of sin and enter the eternal city. Revelation 22:14-15; 14:13 3. Obedience to the gospel is necessary to be eternally saved! Matthew 7:21; Hebrews 5:9 In view of the blessings of obedience, we must offer & respond to the gospel invitation!

The Invitation The Gospel Invitation Warns Sinners. Revelation 22:15 A Day Of Wrath and Righteous Judgment. Romans 2:2-5 Eternal Punishment. 2 Thessalonians 1:8-9 In view of sin's eternal punishment, we must offer and respond to the gospel invitation!

The Invitation The Gospel Invitation Must Always Be Offered Because Salvation Is Available. Revelation 22:17 God and His Saints Appeal To Sinners To “Come.” Colossians 1:28 All Who Thirst For Salvation Will Come and Be Saved. cf. John 7:37; cf. Romans 10:13, 16-17 In view of constant availability of salvation, we must offer and respond to the gospel invitation!

The Invitation Christ will return. Revelation 22:12 Jesus is Eternal God. Revelation 22:13 He is the Messiah Savior. Revelation 22:16 Exhortation – Revelation 22:14 Those Who Obey Are Blessed! Warning – Revelation 22:15 A Day Of Wrath and Righteous Judgment. The Gospel Invitation Must Always Be Offered Because Salvation Is Available. Revelation 22:17